Q&A: Is It Normal To Have Abdominal Pressure?

Is it normal to have abdominal pressure in the first trimester?

Pressure in the groin isn't a common complaint from women early in their pregnancy — it's much less likely than cramps and nausea. It's definitely worth mentioning to your doctor since it could be a warning sign of miscarriage, especially if it's severe or accompanied by cramping or bleeding. But if it's mild and you don't have any other scary symptoms, it's probably nothing serious.

By Ashley S. Roman, MD, ob-gyn and clinical assistant professor at New York University School of Medicine